17The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he preserveth his soul that watcheth his way.
18Before downfall goeth pride, and before stumbling, haughtiness of spirit.
19Better is it to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide spoil with the proud.
20He that reflecteth on a matter wisely will find happiness; and whoso trusteth in the Lord—happiness attend him!
21The wise in heart is called a man of understanding; and the sweetness of the lips increaseth information.
22Intelligence is a source of life unto its possessor; but the correction of fools is folly.